Shaaphשַׁ֫עַף
Son of Jahdai, a Calebite
Who is Shaaph in the Bible?
Shaaph was a son of Jahdai and a descendant of Caleb, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 2:47. He belonged to the Calebite clan, which traced its lineage through Caleb, the son of Hezron, and was part of the tribe of Judah. The biblical text provides no additional details about Shaaph's life, accomplishments, or role within his family. His inclusion in the genealogy underscores the significance that ancient Israelite society placed on preserving family records and establishing clear lines of descent within the prominent clans of Judah.
Biography
Shaaph, mentioned in 1Ch.2.47, was a son of Jahdai and a descendant of Caleb, the son of Hezron. He is listed among the descendants of Judah, specifically within the Calebite clan. No further information about Shaaph's life or his role within the family is provided in the biblical text. His mention in the genealogy serves to highlight the lineage of Caleb and the importance of family records in ancient Israelite society.
Family
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- RegemTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, of the tribe of JudahView full profile →
- JothamTribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- GeshanTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a descendant of Caleb.View full profile →
- PeletMaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- EphahTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, in Caleb's genealogy.View full profile →
- HurTribe of JudahAaron's compatriotA companion of Moses and grandfather of Bezalel.View full profile →
- JesherTribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- ShobabTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- ArdonTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb, brother of Jether and MeredView full profile →
- MeshaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- HaranTribe of JudahSon of CalebA descendant of Caleb, son of Caleb's concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- MozaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine EphahView full profile →
- GazezTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- SheberTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- TirhanahTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- ShaaphTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- ShevaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb's concubine MaacahView full profile →
- AchsahTribe of JudahSister of HurDaughter of Caleb, the son of HurView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:47
"The sons of Jahdai: Regem, Jotham, Geshan, Pelet, Ephah, and Shaaph."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שַׁ֫עַף |